Broome County Archives - Page 11 of 346

Former Harpursville School District employee facing child porn charges

Monday, April 14 by Pat McDonald

The former Harpursville Central School District employee who was arrested last week is facing child porn charges.The New York State Police have charged 37-year-old Christopher A. Banks with felony possessing a sexual performance by a child.During the investigation, police also discovered that 38-year-old Mark... Read More.

Delhi man arrested on rape charges

Friday, April 11 by Pat McDonald

The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office has announced a five-count indictment against a Delhi man who is accused of raping a victim last year.According to WBNG-TV, 34-year-old John P. Regazzi has been charged with felony counts of rape in the first degree and criminal... Read More.

Elmira Police arrest Binghamton residents on drug charges

Friday, April 11 by Pat McDonald

The Elmira Police Department has announced the arrests of two Binghamton residents on drug charges.According to police, 30-year-old Korey M. Beck has been charged with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance in the second degree, and Angel N. Feringa is facing a misdemeanor... Read More.

Guthrie receives $10,000 from Women in Pink to support local women battling cancer

Thursday, April 10 by Pat McDonald

Sayre, Pa. – Local women and families navigating the challenges of a cancer diagnosis will receive vital support thanks to a generous $10,000 donation to Guthrie from Women in Pink (WINK).This contribution is dedicated to assisting patients receiving treatment through Guthrie's comprehensive oncology services.WINK,... Read More.

Accidents cause traffic delays on I-81, I-86

Thursday, April 10 by Pat McDonald

The Broome County Sheriff’s office reported multiple accidents occurred on the Interstate 86 and Interstate 81 interchange on Wednesday.According to police, multiple minor car accidents took place on 81 North near Exit 5, causing traffic delays.Traffic backups on Interstate 86 near Exit 71 N... Read More.

Former Hess gas station in Chenango to become Taco Bell

Thursday, April 10 by Pat McDonald

The former Hess gas station in Chenango has been demolished.According to WBGH-TV, the now vacant lot on Upper Front Street will soon become a Taco Bell.The former Hess gas station was located across from the Northgate Plaza.There has been no word on when construction... Read More.

New York burn ban in place until May 14

Thursday, April 10 by Pat McDonald

The annual New York State Burn Ban remains in effect until May 14th.Since 2009, the DEC has enforced the brush burning ban to prevent wildfires and protect communities and first responders during heightened conditions for wildfires.Backyard fire pits and campfires less than three feet... Read More.

Spiedie Fest to host special concert with Jason Michael Carroll on May 30

Wednesday, April 9 by Pat McDonald

Spiedie Fest has announced a special concert honoring veterans and first responders will be held later this spring.Country music star Jason Michael Carroll and some local musicians will perform in Otsiningo Park in Binghamton on Friday, May 30th.Carroll, who is from Vestal, came up... Read More.

Congressman Riley’s Vietnam Veterans Fluke Cancer Study Act passes in US House

Wednesday, April 9 by Pat McDonald

s WASHINGTON, DC -- This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Vietnam Veterans Liver Fluke Cancer Study Act (H.R. 586), which is the first bill co-sponsored by Representative Josh Riley to pass the House. The bipartisan legislation would commission a study to investigate the... Read More.

Harpursville Central School District alerts parents of employee’s arrest

Tuesday, April 8 by Pat McDonald

The Harpursville Central School District has informed parents that one if its employees has been arrested and is facing serious charges.Superintendent Heath Georgia said they took immediate action, and the individual is no longer employed by the school district.The New York State Police told... Read More.

Windsor man facing charges following motorcycle chase

Monday, April 7 by Pat McDonald

A Windsor man is facing multiple charges, including felony weapon possession, misdemeanor reckless endangerment and 20 traffic violations after recklessly fleeing the Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group (SRG) on a motorcycle through the Village of Windsor to Pennsylvania and back again.On Saturday, March... Read More.

Vestal man killed in I-81 crash

Monday, April 7 by Pat McDonald

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim in last Thursday’s fatal motorcycle accident on Interstate 81 in Kirkwood.According to police, 23-year-old Vestal resident Maxwell L. Kintner was killed during the accident which involved three motorcycles on Interstate 81 North near Mile Marker... Read More.